Therapist, Physical Per Diem

CounselorIncludes callIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$97K–$103K /yr

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

The Per Diem Physical Therapist serves as a flexible, as-needed member of the Rehabilitation Services team, providing coverage across outpatient and/or inpatient practice settings to support patient access and continuity of care.

This role helps address staffing needs related to vacations, leaves of absence, vacancies, weekend and holiday coverage, and other operational demands.

Depending on the therapist’s area of practice and preferred work setting, the position may be structured around outpatient, inpatient, or a blended combination of both, provided the therapist maintains sufficient work frequency to meet established annual eligibility requirements for the role.

Per diem therapists are expected to maintain competency within their designated specialty area while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

This non-benefit-eligible role offers scheduling flexibility while requiring an ongoing commitment to meet participation expectations established by Rehabilitation Services

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist provides flexible, as-needed coverage across outpatient and inpatient settings to support patient access and continuity of care. They are responsible for maintaining clinical competency and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements

The role requires a qualified Physical Therapist capable of maintaining competency within their designated specialty area. Candidates must be able to meet established participation expectations and work frequency requirements for a per diem position.

Key Skills

Physical therapyInterdisciplinary collaboration

Physical Therapy — Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% are remote, 10% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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CME allowance
78%
401k / retirement match
63% this job
Loan repayment
37%
Sign-on bonus
30%
PSLF eligible
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Counseling listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 13,314 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Hutchinson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$283k
Typical market rent
$1,183/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Capitol View Transitional Care Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Saint Paul, Minnesota
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Scheduling